Australian Nintendo Switch Releases (April 30, 2018)

Hey Switchaboos! Looks like the releases didn’t hit the double digits here in Australia, but there are still some fantastic games in here. Of course, Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze is an obvious mention, but what else is there? And which game will be our Pick of the Week? … I think you already know.

So, let’s take a look…

Note: All prices are in AUD and all release dates are for the Australian eShop. Also, releases can still be subjected to change after the release of this update.

Animal Super Squad

Release Date 01/05/18

Price $15.00

Developed By DoubleMoose

Published By DoubleMoose

Rating G

Genre Adventure / Action

Required Space 269 MB

Players 1

Also Released On PC

Brought to you from the developer of Goat Simulator and the controversial YouTuber PewDiePie, play as your favorite animal and make your way through a world full of dangers and bananas. Quite like a lot of Maker games that have had a lot of spotlight lately, you can create your own levels, share them and play others in an ever-growing library of fun.

Arcade Archives 10-Yard Fight

Release Date 02/05/18

Price $10.50

Developed By IREM

Published By Hamster

Rating G

Genre Sports / Arcade

Required Space 73.0 MB

Players 1 – 2

Also Released On Arcade / NES / MSX

This classic sports game is the original American football game with simple but intense gameplay mechanics. Not only does this game contain the original version, it also contains the 1984 version of VS 10-Yard Fight with the additional two-player mode.

ACA NeoGeo Stakes Winner

Unfortunately, we couldn’t find an official trailer for ACA NeoGeo Stakes Winner. We apologize for the inconvenience.

Release Date 02/05/18

Price $10.50

Developed By SNK

Published By Hamster

Rating PG

Genre Action / Arcade

Required Space 91.0 MB

Players 1 – 2

Also Released On Neo Geo / Neo Geo CD / Sega Saturn / PS1

Power-up your horse by showing off your skills with the whip, formation split and hyper dash. Ride through various races and conquer the GI in this realistic jockey action game.

Nihilumbra

Release Date 03/05/18

Price $9.99

Published By BeautiFun Games

Rating G

Genre Platformer / Adventure / Puzzle / Action

Required Space 1.8 GB

Players 1

Also Released On PC / Linux / Mac / iOS / Android / PS Vita / Wii U

Nihilumbra is a beautifully artistic game with challenging puzzle platforming elements. Play as Born who was created from The Void and who can separate himself from the black emptiness and appear in the world. With the ability to change ground physics in five different worlds, this game has a lot to explore and play around with.

Timberman VS

Release Date 03/05/18

Price $3.00

Developed By Digital Melody

Published By Forever Entertainment

Rating G

Genre Sports / Arcade

Required Space 91.0 MB

Players 1 – 4

Also Released On PC

Play solo or with family and friends and try to cut as much timber as possible in a set amount of time. With 56 characters and a whole lot of fun to be had, Timberman VS is a classic arcade style game perfect for any day with others.

Cast of the Seven Godsends

Release Date 03/05/18

Price $19.49

Developed By Raven Travel Studios

Published By Merge Games

Rating PG

Genre Arcade / Adventure / Platformer

Required Space 1.0 GB

Players 1

Also Released On PC / PS4 / Xbox One

Cast of the Seven Godsends takes us back to classic run n’ gun action-shooters like Contra. The game features six very different worlds to conquer and five basic weapons to master along with various different endings that depend on the decisions you make.

Perfect Angle

Release Date 03/05/18

Price $14.99

Developed By Ivanovich Games

Published By Ivanovich Games

Rating G

Genre Puzzle / Other / Simulation / Training

Required Space 221 MB

Players 1

Also Released On PC / Mac / iOS / Android / PS4

This notorious puzzle game will challenge your mind and sharpen your perception with over 100 3D optical illusion puzzles. Perfect Angle features stunning graphics and over 100 puzzle levels to keep you scratching your head for hours on end.

Don’t Die, Mr Robot!

Release Date 03/05/18

Price $12.00

Developed By Infinite State Games

Published By Digerati

Rating G

Genre Action / Arcade / Adventure

Required Space 143 MB

Players 1

Also Released On iOS / PS4 / PS Vita

Featuring arcade bullet-hell, avoid the oncoming projectiles that come your way in this quirky arcade title. “Get the fruit. Avoid the enemies. Try not to die. (Spoilers: you will die) – their words, not ours.

Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze

Release Date 04/05/18

Price $79.95

Developed By Retro Studios

Published By Nintendo

Rating G

Genre Platformer

Required Space 6.6 GB

Players 1 – 2

Also Released On Wii U

The ape that we all know and love is making his way to the Nintendo Switch! Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze was one of the best games to release on the Wii U and we are excited to get to play it again. This version also features Funky Kong, a returning character that will let you play a somewhat easy mode with his surfboard (as well as his bandana and sunnies).

Switchaboo Pick of the Week

A much shorter release week, but certainly not without its quality games. We know that this one might be a little obvious, but our Pick of the Week is…

Drum roll, please…

Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze!

Credit Nintendo

Surprise! I bet you didn’t see that one coming.

Donkey Kong Country Returns saw this amazing series come back, but I feel as though Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze was truly where the franchise was brought back. It was a true shame that it didn’t get much recognition on the Wii U, so a release on the Switch is much deserved.

Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze has seen some fantastic review scores already and we are so thrilled to see this gem get a new lease on life.

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